January 23, 2026 Vittangi graphite mine in Sweden gets zoning plan approval The mine, operated by Australia's Talga Group, is expected to produce around 100,000 metric tons of graphite ore a year.
January 22, 2026 Trump’s NATO deal would mean US mining and missiles in Greenland The icebound territory — the world’s largest island — has become crucial to the alliance’s interests in the Arctic.
January 20, 2026 US proposed SECURE Act aims to offset China’s grip on critical minerals Bill would establish a strategic reserve to support domestic production and processing of minerals vital to electrification, clean energy and national defense.
January 19, 2026 Canadian government bank has billions to back critical mineral projects The bank wants to help feasibility-stage projects develop the country’s 34 listed critical minerals.
January 18, 2026 Syrah Resources buys more time for Tesla graphite supply deal The 2021 agreement to supply 8,000 metric tons of graphite a year over four years is key to Syrah’s Vidalia, Louisiana operations.
January 15, 2026 US lawmakers propose $2.5B critical minerals reserve Priority will be given to recycled materials, but minerals extracted from mines could also be eligible.
January 14, 2026 Column: Europe falling behind in critical minerals race In 2024, 95% of EU rare earth imports came from just three countries: China, Malaysia and Russia, according to Eurostat.
January 14, 2026 Northern Graphite to build $200M Saudi plant with partner Supply is to come from the company’s Okanjande project in Namibia, where Northern expects to start producing graphite concentrate in 2028.
January 6, 2026 Agnico, Aya and Gunnison lead MDC December rankings Investor sentiment, firm metals prices and 2025 milestones lifted gold, silver and copper leaders in December.
January 2, 2026 Column: Every mineral is critical in the new metals age The spectrum of metals now deemed "vital for a modern American economy" speaks to a quiet revolution in how metals are used.
Eramet plans capital increase, asset sales after dire year The nickel, manganese and lithium producer unveiled the measures as it also faces a management crisis. February 18, 2026 | 09:54 am
